[Novo Nordisk Foundation](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/)

March 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)

Up to DKK 500,000 per event; total annual pool DKK 9 million; event duration 1–3 days.

Supports 1–3 day conferences, symposia, and workshops in Denmark, Faroe Islands, or Greenland to promote research exchange and collaboration.

--- ## Description This program funds conferences, symposia, and workshops of 1–3 days that bring together established and early-career researchers, practitioners, and students to share and discuss the latest research and innovation. Events must take place in Denmark, the Faroe Islands, or Greenland and should foster knowledge exchange, networking, and dissemination of scientific advances. The grant aims to enhance collaboration, student engagement, and diversity among participants, ultimately strengthening the research environment and its impact. --- ## Due Dates - March 2027: Full application submission deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants of up to DKK 500,000 per event - Annual funding pool: DKK 9 million - Event duration: 1–3 days - Eligible costs include venue/equipment rental, travel/accommodation for speakers and organizers, travel grants for early career researchers, catering, poster prizes, limited administrative and salary costs, and (for arts events) small honoraria for speakers --- ## Eligibility - Main applicant must be employed at a university, non-profit research institution (e.g., hospital, museum), or a non-profit professional association based in Denmark, the Faroe Islands, or Greenland. - The main applicant must be a specific individual (not a society or event organizer) and the lead organizer with relevant subject-matter expertise. - Host institution must administer the grant. - Event must take place in Denmark, the Faroe Islands, or Greenland. - Event must be completed within 18 months of grant notification. - Applicants with major funding (≥ DKK 10 million) from NNF or other sources must justify the need for additional CSW funding. - Events should be widely advertised and open to all relevant participants. - Not intended for broad congress-type events, PhD schools, or events primarily focused on teaching/career guidance. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [NORMA online system](https://norma.novonordiskfonden.dk/). - All application materials must be in English. - Required application content includes: project description, draft event program, list of invited speakers (with CVs), detailed budget, and information on the applicant and host institution. - Budget must detail direct costs only; administrative expenses up to 5% of the budget are allowed. - The application system may require up to five days to register a new host institution. - No feedback is provided on declined applications. --- ## Additional Information - Supported research areas: biomedical and health sciences, sustainability, natural and technical sciences (including interdisciplinarity), art and art history, innovation, education, and outreach. - Selection is based on novelty, strategic relevance, impact, diversity, engagement of early career researchers, and accessibility. - Double funding is not permitted; all co-funding and overlaps must be disclosed. - Overhead/indirect costs (e.g., general rent, utilities) are not supported. --- ## External Links - [Program page & application guidelines](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/grant/conferences-symposia-and-workshops-2026-1/) - [2026-1 Information and Guidelines for Applicants (PDF)](https://novonordiskfonden.dk//app/uploads/2026-1-Information-and-Guidelines-for-applicants-Conferences-Symposia-and-Workshops-1.pdf) - [NORMA application portal](https://norma.novonordiskfonden.dk/) - [General rules and FAQ](https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/how-we-work/what-are-grants/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | |------------------------|-----------------------------|-------------------------------------| | Nadiia Hutrina | Grant Specialist | [ngu@novo.dk](mailto:ngu@novo.dk) | | Mikkel Bloch Avlund | Senior Project Lead | [mia@novo.dk](mailto:mia@novo.dk) | | General Inquiries | - | [symposia-support@novo.dk](mailto:symposia-support@novo.dk) | | Foundation Main Office | - | [info@novonordiskfonden.dk](mailto:info@novonordiskfonden.dk) | Phone: +45-4444-8888 Address: Tuborg Havnevej 19, 2900 Hellerup, Denmark

Conferences, Symposia and Workshops 2026-1

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